Dealing with the federal government just got a little easier,
thanks to the U.S. Business Advisor-the new and improved online
clearinghouse for small business. Instead of contacting dozens of
agencies and departments for information on laws and regulations,
use this one-stop shop to access government forms, business
development software, and business information from the Small
Business Administration.

Select "News" from the main menu, and get all the latest
news releases from government agencies, including the SBA. Hit
"Search," and dozens of government regulations are at
your fingertips. Or click on the "How-to" section to do
everything from looking up current ZIP codes to downloading an
application for counseling from the Service Corps of Retired
Executives.

You can also download application forms for the SBA's LowDoc,
Export Working Capital and pre-qualification loan programs;
applications for the SBA's minority enterprise development
program; or software to help prepare a business plan, marketing
plan or financial statement. There's information on women- and
minority-owned business development, international trade,
government contracting, regulatory requirements and more.

Last, but not least, you get a direct line to President Clinton and
Vice President Gore. Simply click on their images from the main
screen to send an e-mail message. The U.S. Business Advisor's
address is http://www.business.gov.